M icrogreens are a small but mighty addition to any meal. These tiny plants are packed with nutrients and flavor, making them an excellent way to add some variety to your diet. But, did you know that growing your own microgreens is not only easy but also comes with a host of benefits? Here are some reasons why you should consider growing your own microgreens:Health Benefits: Microgreens are incredibly nutrient-dense, containing up to 40 times more vitamins and minerals than their mature counterparts. They are also rich in antioxidants and can help reduce inflammation in the body. Eating a diet rich in microgreens has been linked to a lower risk of chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.Cost-effective:...
Dealing with pests on houseplants can be a challenge for any indoor gardener, but it's important to address the problem as soon as possible to keep your plants healthy. Here are some tips to help you get rid of pests and keep them from coming back.1. Inspect your plants regularly: Keep a close eye on your plants and inspect them regularly for signs of pests, such as discolouration, holes in the leaves, or sticky residue on the leaves or surrounding surfaces.2. Identify the pest: To effectively deal with pests, you must first identify what kind of pest you're dealing with. This can be done by observing their physical appearance, their behaviour, and the damage they cause. Use the bug identifier below to...
February can be a challenging month for houseplants, as the days are still short and the temperatures can be chilly. However, with a little extra care and attention, your plants can thrive during this month. First and foremost, make sure your plants are getting enough light. During the winter months, the days are shorter, so it's important to place your plants near a window that gets a lot of natural light. If your windows don't get enough light, consider using grow lights to supplement the light your plants are receiving. Next, make sure your plants are being watered properly. It's easy to overwater plants during the winter, as the air is typically dryer and the temperature is cooler. Be sure...
Houseplants, like every other living thing in your home, need feeding. Left to their own devices, they will turn sunlight into energy and feed off the nutrients in the soil in their pots. However, unlike plants in your garden where there is an abundance of new nutrients regularly available, houseplants are limited to what they find in the pot in which they are growing. And they don’t take long to deplete that source. They may well survive without additional food but it’s unlikely they’ll thrive. No one who has invested in houseplants to brighten up their home wants to see them under the weather. It’s over to us then to supplement their diet. That’s why we at For Peat’s Sake...
Ask any flat or apartment dweller what they most miss about living several storeys up (no matter how luxurious the development) and they’re likely to answer, their own garden. No wonder. On hot summer’s days, enjoying your garden by taking in the view stretched out on a lounger or simply pottering around planting and pruning is an integral part of the British way of life. Cooped up in an apartment block in the so-called concrete jungle can seem quite sterile by comparison. However, starting a garden in a flat is a lot easier and more enjoyable than you might think. Here are a few top tips on letting Mother Nature transform your high-rise living space.Let’s start with the plants themselves....
